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Insights into Work Engagement: Exploring Correlations with Sensory Processing, Autism Spectrum Disorder Traits, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms
Research in Neurodiversity, Vol.1, 100002
11/2025
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Abstract
Sensory processing differences can significantly impact workplace experiences, particularly for neurodivergent individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Despite growing awareness of neurodiversity in the workplace, the role of sensory processing in work engagement remains underexplored. This study investigated the relationships between ASD traits, ADHD symptoms, sensory processing patterns (i.e., sensory sensitivity, sensory avoiding, low registration, and sensation seeking), and the three subfacets of work engagement: vigor, dedication, and absorption. Findings revealed that ASD and ADHD traits were significantly associated with work engagement, with the most pronounced effects observed in vigor. Sensory sensitivity and sensation avoiding were linked to reduced work engagement, while sensation seeking was associated with increased work engagement. Additionally, sensation seeking emerged as a stronger predictor of vigor than ASD traits related to social skill difficulties, while sensory sensitivity was associated with lower vigor, suggesting that sensory preferences may play a role in sustaining energy at work. For inattentiveness symptoms, sensory processing factors contributed more to predicting the work engagement outcomes. These findings highlight the importance of workplace accommodations that support different sensory needs, such as flexible workspaces that allow for both sensory stimulation and regulation. By shifting the focus from diagnostic categories to individualized sensory preferences, organizations can foster more engaging work environments for neurodivergent employees.
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- Title
- Insights into Work Engagement
- Publication Details
- Research in Neurodiversity, Vol.1, 100002
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publisher
- Elsevier Ltd
- Copyright
- © 2025 Elsevier Ltd. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.
- Identifiers
- 99381473483206600
- Academic Unit
- Psychology; Usha Kundu, MD College of Health
- Language
- English